Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Knowing The Future?
12 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Knowing The Future in the Bible
Explore what the Bible says about knowing the future. This collection of 13 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.
Top 10 Verses About Knowing The Future
- 1Deuteronomy 18:20
“But the prophet, which shall presume to speak a word in my name, which I have not commanded him to speak, or that shall speak in the name of other gods, even that prophet shall die.”
KJV - 2
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- 4Psalms 139:16
“Thine eyes did see my substance, yet being unperfect; and in thy book all my members were written, which in continuance were fashioned, when as yet there was none of them. all: Heb. all of them which: or, what days they should be fashioned”
KJV - 5
- 6Proverbs 19:21
“There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.”
KJV - 7Isaiah 46:10
“Declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times the things that are not yet done, saying, My counsel shall stand, and I will do all my pleasure:”
KJV - 8Isaiah 55:8
“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the LORD.”
KJV - 9Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. expected: Heb. end and expectation”
KJV - 10John 16:13
“Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.”
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Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Knowing The Future? (9 Verses)
“But the prophet, which shall presume to speak a word in my name, which I have not commanded him to speak, or that shall speak in the name of other gods, even that prophet shall die.”
“NUN. Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. lamp: or, candle”
“For there is not a word in my tongue, but, lo, O LORD, thou knowest it altogether.”
“Thine eyes did see my substance, yet being unperfect; and in thy book all my members were written, which in continuance were fashioned, when as yet there was none of them. all: Heb. all of them which: or, what days they should be fashioned”
“Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.”
“There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.”
“Declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times the things that are not yet done, saying, My counsel shall stand, and I will do all my pleasure:”
“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the LORD.”
“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. expected: Heb. end and expectation”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Knowing The Future? (3 Verses)
“Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, that shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.”
“And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.”
“Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell , and get gain :”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Knowing The Future
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Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.
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Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about knowing the future. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.
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Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.
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Memorise at least one key verse about knowing the future and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.
Practical Application
Studying what the Bible says about knowing the future is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:
Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on knowing the future needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about knowing the future with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.
Pray through the key verses about knowing the future, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
How Well Do You Know What the Bible Says About Knowing The Future?
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